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Olympia
Greece
Located in the western Peloponnese in the region of Elis. Olympia is the birthplace of the Olympic Games and one of Greece's most important archaeological sites. The excellent museum and extensive ruins amid green hills invite a journey into antiquity.
What awaits you
City tripHikingMuseumsNature
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Best time to visit
July–August: up to 36°C with 13h of sunshine per day.
Insider tip: March, November, December — a pleasant 19°C with fewer visitors.
Mild year-round: even in winter 15°C.
Max. temperature
14°Jan
15°Feb
16°Mar
21°Apr
25°May
31°Jun
36°Jul
33°Aug
29°Sep
25°Oct
19°Nov
16°Dec
Sunshine hours
8hJan
8hFeb
9hMar
11hApr
11hMay
13hJun
13hJul
12hAug
11hSep
10hOct
7hNov
7hDec
Rain days
12dJan
9dFeb
14dMar
9dApr
11dMay
7dJun
2dJul
6dAug
6dSep
4dOct
14dNov
11dDec
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Olympia as a Vacation Destination
Olympia is an excellent choice for city breaks, hiking trips. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 36°C.
The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money.
The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, stunning natural landscapes.
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Price level
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Local languages
EL